Slippery winter conditions pose a significant risk, especially for elderly individuals who may forget to manually adjust their footwear for traction. Spoots was designed as a smart winter boot solution that eliminates this problem by integrating automatic retractable spikes. These boots allow users to navigate icy terrain safely without having to worry about switching traction modes manually. The seamless, hands-free mechanism makes Spoots a highly practical and accessible innovation for winter mobility.
Through an intuitive design, the project addresses safety concerns while ensuring comfort, style, and ease of use.
The development of Spoots resulted in a functional prototype, demonstrating the feasibility of automated traction systems. Initial user feedback highlighted a strong demand for hands-free winter footwear, confirming its potential impact. Moving forward, the project would focus on refining the design with sensor-driven adaptability, optimizing materials, and expanding usability testing.
By addressing real-world mobility challenges, Spoots set a precedent for future innovations in smart footwear technology, paving the way for safer and more accessible winter experiences.
CATEGORY
CONCEPTION, HUMAN-CENTERD DESIGN
TECHNOLOGIES
LUNACY GRAPHICS
ROLE
DESIGNER
RESPONSIBILITIES
Concept Development, User Research & Problem Identification
YEAR
2023
BEHANCE
